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Hyundai Veloster vs Kia Forte5

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

Vehicles

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2021 Hyundai Veloster

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2018 Kia Forte5

Overview

SpecHyundai Veloster2Kia Forte5LX
Selected trim2LX
Body styleHatchbackHatchback
Drivetrainfront wheel drivefront wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedregular unleaded
Transmission6-speed manual6-speed shiftable automatic
Engine typegasgas
Model year20212018

Pricing & market

SpecHyundai Veloster2Kia Forte5LX
MSRP$18,900$18,300 (best)
Lowest listing price$6,898 (best)
Median listing price$15,000 (best)
Highest listing price$17,291 (best)
For sale now3 (best)0

Fuel economy & range

SpecHyundai Veloster2Kia Forte5LX
Combined MPG28 MPG28 MPG
City MPG25 MPG25 MPG
Highway MPG33 MPG34 MPG (best)
Fuel tank13.2 gal13.2 gal

Performance

SpecHyundai Veloster2Kia Forte5LX
Horsepower147 hp164 hp (best)
Torque132 lb-ft151 lb-ft (best)
Engine size2 L2 L
CylindersI4I4

Size & capability

SpecHyundai Veloster2Kia Forte5LX
Seating4 seats5 seats (best)
Doors45 (best)
Cargo volume44.5 cu ft56.4 cu ft (best)
Payload1,047 lbs (best)1,040 lbs
Curb weight2,701 lbs (best)2,928 lbs
Ground clearance5.5 in (best)
Wheelbase104.3 in106.3 in (best)
Length166.9 in171.3 in (best)
Width70.9 in (best)70.1 in
Height55.1 in57.1 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecHyundai Veloster2Kia Forte5LX
Side crash (driver)4 / 5 ★ (best)
Side crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side pole5 / 5 ★ (best)
Rollover4 / 5 ★ (best)
Open recalls (YMM scope)1None reported (best)

Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.

Trim overview

All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.

TrimHyundai VelosterKia Forte5
1

2

$18,900 MSRP(Currently comparing)

LX

$18,300 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

2

$19,900 MSRP

EX

$22,200 MSRP

3

2.0 Premium

$23,100 MSRP

SX

$23,900 MSRP

4

Turbo R-Spec

$23,450 MSRP

SX

$26,100 MSRP

5

Turbo

$25,750 MSRP

6

Turbo Ultimate

$28,450 MSRP

Live inventory

Hyundai Veloster vs Kia Forte5 FAQ

Which is better: 2021 Hyundai Veloster or 2018 Kia Forte5?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2021 Hyundai Veloster vs 2018 Kia Forte5 on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2021 Hyundai Veloster or 2018 Kia Forte5?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2018 Kia Forte5 starts lower at $18,300. Live Hyundai Veloster listings start at $6,898.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2021 Hyundai Veloster or 2018 Kia Forte5?
The 2018 Kia Forte5 leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (18,300).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2021 Hyundai Veloster or 2018 Kia Forte5?
The 2021 Hyundai Veloster leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (30).
Which has better seats: 2021 Hyundai Veloster or 2018 Kia Forte5?
The 2018 Kia Forte5 leads on seats in this comparison (5).